Medical Equipment Painter / Refinish Technician

Medical Equipment Painter / Refinish Technician

Appleton, WI | Full-Time | On-Site

About Tri Imaging Solutions

Tri Imaging Solutions has merged with DirectMed Imaging, bringing together two trusted names in the medical imaging industry. Together, we provide medical imaging equipment, replacement parts, repair services, and technical support to healthcare facilities nationwide.

We're growing our team in Appleton, WI, and looking for a skilled Medical Equipment Painter / Refinish Technician to help restore and refurbish medical imaging equipment.

About the Role

Do you have experience in auto body repair, automotive painting, plastic repair, or equipment refinishing? We're looking for someone who enjoys hands-on work, has a strong eye for detail, and takes pride in making equipment look like new.

In this role, you'll use your painting, sanding, surface preparation, and repair skills to restore the appearance of medical imaging equipment, including exterior covers, panels, and other components.

You don't need previous medical equipment experience! We're especially interested in candidates with backgrounds in automotive collision repair, body shops, industrial painting, or similar hands-on refinishing work.

The ideal candidate is dependable, motivated, comfortable working independently, and enjoys being part of a collaborative team.

What You'll Do

• Prepare, sand, prime, paint, and refinish medical equipment covers, panels, and components.

• Repair cracks, scratches, dents, and other cosmetic damage using fillers, adhesives, and plastic repair techniques.

• Perform plastic welding and other repairs to restore damaged components.

• Match paint colors, textures, and finishes to achieve a clean, professional appearance.

• Disassemble, clean, and reassemble equipment and exterior components as needed.

• Replace damaged covers, panels, fasteners, and other non-electrical parts.

• Inspect completed work to ensure quality and consistency.

• Identify additional damage or repair needs and communicate with the team.

• Maintain accurate records of repairs and completed work.

• Keep tools, equipment, and work areas clean, organized, and safe.

• Follow company quality standards and safety procedures.

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in auto body repair, automotive painting, collision repair, industrial painting, or equipment refinishing.

• Experience with sanding, surface preparation, priming, painting, and finishing.

• Knowledge of plastic repair techniques, including fillers, adhesives, or plastic welding.

• Ability to match colors and achieve smooth, consistent finishes.

• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and common shop equipment.

• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality work.

• Ability to work independently, manage tasks, and stay organized.

• Dependable, hardworking, and willing to learn new skills.

• Basic computer skills for documenting completed work.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in an automotive body shop, collision repair center, or industrial paint shop.

• Experience with spray painting equipment and professional refinishing techniques.

• Automotive, technical, or vocational training.

• I-CAR, ASE, or similar certifications.

• Experience repairing or refinishing plastic equipment housings or panels.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Full-time, on-site position in a shop and warehouse environment.

• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform bending, kneeling, reaching, and detailed hands-on work.

• Ability to regularly lift 25–50 lbs, with assistance or equipment available for heavier items.

• Comfortable working with painting materials, tools, and shop equipment.

• Willingness to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow established safety procedures.

Why Join Tri Imaging Solutions?

This is a great opportunity to take your automotive painting, body repair, or refinishing experience into a growing industry. You'll work on specialized medical equipment, develop new skills, and play an important role in restoring equipment used by healthcare providers across the country.

If you enjoy painting, repairing, and transforming worn equipment into something that looks like new, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!